2005 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
